Golf bag motorcycle transport system
A golf bag system is provided for transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle, the system including an apparatus and method wherein a first bag side and a second bag side are utilized such that the first bag side is mounted on an opposing side of the motorcycle to the second bag side. When the golf bag is to be utilized to play golf, the golf bag system provides for the operative attachment of the first bag side to the second bag side to become an integral or combined golf bag. The respective golf bag sides include a framework and are mounted rearward of the first rider position on the motorcycle, and may be supported in part by foot pegs that would otherwise be utilized by a passenger on the motorcycle. There are cross supports and other means to attach the respective bag sides to and around the motorcycle and/or to each other for a balanced and comfortable operation of the motorcycle during the transport of the golf bag system.
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TECHNICAL FIELDThis invention generally pertains to a golf bag system for transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle, more particularly to such a golf bag system wherein the golf bag is comprised of two sides. In the transport configuration, each of the two sides are mounted on opposing sides of the motorcycle behind the driver, and in the golf configuration are operatively attached together or relative to one another to form an integral golf bag.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTIONThere are numerous people who love to play golf and also love to ride motorcycles, and many of those who would like to combine motorcycle riding or touring with playing golf. There has however not yet been an adequate way to transport the clubs that riders perceive as comfortable and relatively easy and that will not seemingly impair handling of the motorcycle.
It is preferred but not required to provide such a golf bag system that would not require, or would minimize, the drilling of holes on the motorcycle. It is also desirable to minimize the time to assemble and disassemble the golf bag when preparing to mount it to a motorcycle and then reassembling it once transport is complete. It is also desirable for embodiments of such invention that the golf bag not unduly interfere with the operation of the motorcycle and that it provide a relatively easy disassembly, transport and assembly of the golf bag system.
It is an object of some embodiments of this invention to provide a golf bag system which includes two sides to a golf bag which may be mounted to opposing sides of a motorcycle behind the rider and which does not unduly interfere with the operation of the motorcycle. Prior systems have taught away from this object and this invention and have not heretofore provided a golf bag motorcycle transport system as desired.
Other objects, features, and advantages of this invention will appear from the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings which form a part hereof. In carrying out the objects of this invention, it is to be understood that its essential features are susceptible to change in design and structural arrangement, with only one practical, and preferred embodiment being illustrated in the accompanying drawings, as required.
Preferred embodiments of the invention are described below with reference to the following accompanying drawings:
Many of the fastening, connection, manufacturing and other means and components utilized in this invention are widely known and used in the field of the invention described, and their exact nature or type is not necessary for an understanding and use of the invention by a person skilled in the art or science; therefore, they will not be discussed in significant detail. Furthermore, the various components shown or described herein for any specific application of this invention can be varied or altered as anticipated by this invention and the practice of a specific application or embodiment of any element may already be widely known or used in the art or by persons skilled in the art or science; therefore, each will not be discussed in significant detail.
The terms “a”, “an”, and “the” as used in the claims herein are used in conformance with long-standing claim drafting practice and not in a limiting way. Unless specifically set forth herein, the terms “a”, “an”, and “the” are not limited to one of such elements, but instead mean “at least one”.
It will also be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art and by prospective motorcycle riders and users of embodiments of this golf bag system, that cross support aperture 143 and the way of interconnecting first side framework 120 and second side framework 139 with cross support 170, provide a very flexible mounting system which can easily be adapted to different configurations on different motorcycles. It may also be preferable in some embodiments of this invention to ascertain the preferred configuration for mounting the golf bag system on one motorcycle and repeating that mount for comfort and predictability in the operation of the motorcycle. It should also be noted that the cross support 170 may be configured in one piece as shown or in more than one piece, all within the contemplation of embodiments of this invention. It may also be preferable in some embodiments of this invention for applications on certain motorcycles that the cross support comprise two pieces, with each configured to attach to one of the golf bag sides and either to the other piece of the cross support or to a motorcycle component.
In an aspect of the invention where the cross support 170 is in multiple pieces, any one of a number of different fasteners may be utilized on the inward ends of the respective cross support pieces to attach each to the other or each to a motorcycle component, all within a contemplation of this invention. For instance a loop with the buckle and opposing hook and loop fasteners such as Velcro may be utilized on each end to connect the respective cross supports, or in any one of a number of different configurations to achieve a secure attachment to the motorcycle or motorcycle component.
In some embodiments of this invention, it may be desirable to provide the first side framework 120 and the second side framework 139 such that they are comprised of a heat resistant material so that heat from the various motorcycle components (engine or tail pipes for example) will not be transmitted into the golf bag or destroy components of the golf bag. In other embodiments, some other bag material such as the fabric or outer later of the bag may be comprised of heat resistant material, or there may be none at all, depending on the specific application and embodiment, all within the scope of this invention. The heat resistant material may be any one of a number of different types of materials, such as metals or alloys, plastics, thermoplastics or others, with no one in particular being required to practice this invention.
It will also be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that in embodiments of this invention the framework may be external to the bag, located within the bag or the framework may further serve as what would traditionally be the material around the bag and providing or defining the internal cavity. For instance if the framework is made of a formed plastic or polymer material shaped to constitute part or all of the bag perimeter, then it would also be considered integral with the bag. It will also be appreciated that the framework may be located within the traditional bag enclosure or internal cavity, all within the scope and contemplation of embodiments of this invention.
It will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that there are any one of a number of different ways to secure the two sides of the golf bag together for playing golf (flexibly or rigidly), including the attachment of the first side framework to the second side framework instead of placing a strap around the perimeter of a portion of the respective sides of the golf bag.
Again, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that no one way in particular is required to practice the embodiment of this invention as far as fastening the various components of the bag portion to the framework portion of the respective golf bag sides, or in fastening interconnection devices and fasteners to the frameworks or the golf bags.
Second bag side 203 is similarly mounted and situated on an opposing side of motorcycle 179, with first bag strap 213 securing its upper end, hook and loop fasteners 210 and 209 providing additional fastening as well as vertical and horizontal stability (the hook and loop fasteners may be any one of a number of different types of fasteners, such as those sold under the Velcro brand). Motorcycle foot peg 217 is shown inserted into foot peg aperture 218 in second bag side 203. Arrow 220 shows how second bag side 203 may be angled or pivoted to obtain a desired angle of attachment while in the transport configuration. Compartment 201 not only provides a point, mechanism or means of attachment for both the first bag side 202 and the second bag side 203, but also provides an internal compartment which may be utilized to store other golf components that one may take to a golf course, such as golf cleats and others. Compartment 201 may be attached to a motorcycle and in any one of a number of given ways, depending upon the application and the motorcycle to which it is being attached. For instance it may attach to a luggage rack or any other motorcycle component, with no one in particular being required to practice this invention. Compartment 201 may also be considered as a third bag component and utilized in an integrated way with the first bag side 202 and second bag side 203 while playing golf, and placed together in the rear of a golf cart for instance.
As will be appreciated by those of reasonable skill in the art, there are numerous embodiments to this invention, and variations of elements and components which may be used, all within the scope of this invention.
One embodiment of this invention, for example, is a golf bag motorcycle transport system comprising: a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, each bag side including an upper portion, a middle portion and a lower portion, wherein the first bag side and the second bag side are configured to be attached together to constitute an integrated golf bag in a golf configuration; and the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework each include a motorcycle support configured for mounting to a motorcycle component when in a transport configuration; and a cross support attachable and detachable to the first bag side and to the second bag side. There may without limitation be further aspects of this embodiment individually or in any combination, such as: further wherein each of the motorcycle support interfaces are configured for mounting to motorcycle foot pegs; further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are integral with the first bag side and the second bag side respectively; further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are external to the first bag side and the second bag side respectively, and operatively attachable thereto; further wherein the cross support is configured to be supported by a motorcycle component; further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are at least partially comprised of heat resistant material; further wherein the motorcycle supports are motorcycle foot peg apertures; further wherein the motorcycle supports are motorcycle foot peg interfaces; further wherein the first bag side and second bag side are configured to mount to opposing sides of a motorcycle such that the upper portion of the first and second bag sides are angled inwardly relative to the lower portions; and/or further wherein the cross support is one piece.
In a method embodiment, a method of transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle may be provided which comprises: providing a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework; mounting the first bag side framework to a first side of a motorcycle and mounting the second bag side framework to a second side of the motorcycle, such that both the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are fixedly disposed on opposing sides of the motorcycle and each are configured to be supported by a motorcycle component; dismounting the first bag side and the second bag side from the motorcycle; and operatively attaching the first bag side to the second bag side to form an integrated golf bag for play. There may without limitation be further aspects of this embodiment individually or in any combination, such as: further wherein the first bag side and the second bag side include a foot peg aperture configured to receive support from a foot peg on the motorcycle to which it is mounted; and/or further wherein the first bag side and the second bag side are fixedly disposed by a cross support secured to both the first bag side and the second bag side at one of the respective top portions and the middle portions of the first bag side and the second bag side.
In a further embodiment, a motorcycle based golf bag transport system is provided, comprised of: a motorcycle with a driver's seat, a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, wherein the first bag side framework is removably mounted to a first side of the motorcycle and the second bag side framework is mounted to a second side of the motorcycle. There may without limitation be further aspects of this embodiment individually or in any combination, such as: further wherein top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are mounted angularly inwardly; and/or further wherein top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are operatively attached to each other.
In yet a further embodiment, a motorcycle based golf bag transport system may be provided which comprises: a motorcycle with a driver's seat and first and a second passenger foot pegs mounted on opposing sides of the motorcycle behind the driver's seat; a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, wherein the first bag side framework is removably mounted to a first side of the motorcycle on the first passenger foot peg and the second bag side framework is mounted to a second side of the motorcycle on the second passenger foot peg; the first bag side is operatively attached to the second bag side at one of an upper portion and a middle portion; and wherein the top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are mounted angularly inwardly.
In compliance with the statute, the invention has been described in language more or less specific as to structural and methodical features. It is to be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the specific features shown and described, since the means herein disclosed comprise preferred forms of putting the invention into effect. The invention is, therefore, claimed in any of its forms or modifications within the proper scope of the appended claims appropriately interpreted in accordance with the doctrine of equivalents.
Claims
1. A golf bag motorcycle transport system comprising:
- a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, each bag side including an upper portion, a middle portion and a lower portion, wherein; the first bag side and the second bag side are configured to be attached together to constitute an integrated golf bag in a golf configuration; and the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework each include a motorcycle support configured for mounting to a motorcycle component when in a transport configuration; and
- a cross support attachable and detachable to the first bag side and to the second bag side.
2. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein each of the motorcycle support interfaces are configured for mounting to motorcycle foot pegs.
3. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are integral with the first bag side and the second bag side respectively.
4. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are external to the first bag side and the second bag side respectively, and operatively attachable thereto.
5. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the cross support is configured to be supported by a motorcycle component.
6. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are at least partially comprised of heat resistant material.
7. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the motorcycle supports are motorcycle foot peg apertures.
8. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1, and further wherein the motorcycle supports are motorcycle foot peg interfaces.
9. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1 and further wherein the first bag side and second bag side are configured to mount to opposing sides of a motorcycle such that the upper portion of the first and second bag sides are angled inwardly relative to the lower portions.
10. A golf bag motorcycle transport system as recited in claim 1 and further wherein the cross support is one piece.
11. A method of transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle, comprising:
- providing a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework;
- mounting the first bag side framework to a first side of a motorcycle and mounting the second bag side framework to a second side of the motorcycle, such that both the first bag side framework and the second bag side framework are fixedly disposed on opposing sides of the motorcycle and each are configured to be supported by a motorcycle component; dismounting the first bag side and the second bag side from the motorcycle; and
- operatively attaching the first bag side to the second bag side to form an integrated golf bag for play.
12. A method of transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle as recited in claim 11, and further wherein the first bag side and the second bag side include a foot peg aperture configured to receive support from a foot peg on the motorcycle to which it is mounted.
13. A method of transporting a golf bag on a motorcycle as recited in claim 11, and further wherein the first bag side and the second bag side are fixedly disposed by a cross support secured to both the first bag side and the second bag side at one of the respective top portions and the middle portions of the first bag side and the second bag side.
14. A motorcycle based golf bag transport system comprising:
- a motorcycle with a driver's seat,
- a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, wherein; the first bag side framework is removably mounted to a first side of the motorcycle and the second bag side framework is mounted to a second side of the motorcycle.
15. A motorcycle based golf bag transport system as recited in claim 14, and further wherein top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are mounted angularly inwardly.
16. A motorcycle based golf bag transport system as recited in claim 14, and further wherein top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are operatively attached to each other.
17. A motorcycle based golf bag transport system comprising: p1 a motorcycle with a driver's seat and first and a second passenger foot pegs mounted on opposing sides of the motorcycle behind the driver's seat;
- a golf bag comprised of a first bag side with a first bag side framework, and a second bag side with a second bag side framework, wherein; the first bag side framework is removably mounted to a first side of the motorcycle on the first passenger foot peg and the second bag side framework is mounted to a second side of the motorcycle on the second passenger foot peg; the first bag side is operatively attached to the second bag side at one of an upper portion and a middle portion;
- wherein the top portions of the first bag side and the second bag side are mounted angularly inwardly.
Type: Application
Filed: Jul 12, 2007
Publication Date: Jan 15, 2009
Inventor: Johnny Humphreys (Veradale, WA)
Application Number: 11/827,665
International Classification: B62J 7/04 (20060101);